🇬🇧 London vs Málaga 🇪🇸

London, United Kingdom vs Málaga, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Málaga is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Málaga is drier, with roughly 55 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇪🇸 Málaga
Avg annual high16°C23°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year11156
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, October, November

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇪🇸 Málaga

Best around May, October, November. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Málaga warmer?

Málaga is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Málaga?

London is rainier — Málaga sees about 55 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Málaga?

London is best around June, July, August; Málaga is best around May, October, November.

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